Let's say that people answer with a definitive yes or a definitive no - what would you do differently given that information?
If the current situation seems stable, I'd take it easy and enjoy the next couple years without the stress of having to move soon. I'm not that keen on turning my life upside down right now unless there's a significant gain to make. (The last few years were stressful so I'd like to take it easy for a while.)
I'm not sure why you asked this, but I can assure you I'm not trying to waste anyone's time, and I have a rational reason for asking.
> I'd double my job-searching efforts, to have to option of leaving within a year or two.
Job searching doesn't work that way - if it goes well you'll end up with a bunch of offers that you'll need to accept or reject within some time frame; you don't get to bank all the offers you get and use them in two years.
It's always good to be employable, have relevant skills, be able to interview well etc. - this applies to good and bad markets.
Me neither :)
> Job searching doesn't work that way - if it goes well you'll end up with a bunch of offers that you'll need to accept or reject them within some time frame
In that situation, I would be ready to accept leaving in a few months. I would prefer to wait, but not if it brings salaries down significantly.
> It's always good to be employable, have relevant skills, be able to interview well etc. - this applies to good and bad markets.
That's good advice. I'll keep looking, but there's a difference between keeping an eye on the market and preparing to leave quickly.